Our stay at Seed Mingle at Egg's apartment was about as good as it can get for independent travellers looking for a perfect base in Bangkok. First of all, the condo. Very well organised, great lobby and reception, washing machines and driers on the ground level, excellent gym and pool areas. Second, the apartment. Compact and perfect for 2 people. Egg was super helpful, and thought of every last detail to make the stay comfortable and delightful. Not only that, she would sms helpful 'to do' tips all through our 10 day stay, and was genuinely helpful whenever we needed any help. Wi Fi was razor sharp, worked like a dream. The neighbourhood. Super close to everything, yet charmingly away from the madness of Sukhumvit Road.

Petra restaurant just below the condo is delightful, for breakfast as well as all day dining. At the street corner, Th Suan Phlu gives a real glimpse into Thai street life, not at all touristy, very real and quite wonderful. Down Suan Phlu, we discovered a brilliant bar called Smalls (recently voted amongst Bangkok's best small bars), and further up the road there is the awesome Baan Khanita Thai restaurant, one of Bangkok's best known. For coffee and morning breakfast savouries, Pear's bakery was delightful, also along Th Suan Phlu.

Taxis are easy to score, and Siam Square, Paragon, MBK et al are all a 60B ride away. And Sathorn Road, although crowded during rush hour, is way less hectic than Sukhumvit Road. Lumphini Park MRT station is a 10 minute walk away, pretty convenient, we used it to go to Chatuchak Market, much more convenient than using the BTS. We also visited the wonderful Lumpini Park early mornings and enjoyed an urban oasis in the midst of crazy Bangkok.

All in all, if you're a single or a couple, Egg's nest is incredible value for your money, and a classy way to experience Bangkok, yet stay in your own cosy cacoon. Recommend completely, and will certainly be back here the next time in town. Thank you, Egg!